The Magic of Peppers Chili Peppers contain a chemical compound called Capsaicin which is known for it’s many medicinal uses such as pain relief and reducing the risk of cancer. It boosts the immune system by outpowering oranges with Vitamin C. Because of the heat peppers generate in our body, it can be used as […]
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Just for Today…
When we set goals and can’t seem to hit them, or simply get overwhelmed by the day to day of life, ditch your To-do list and everything else that seems to be hanging over your head…..Just for Today. Take a time-out. Get out of your head. Choose ONE thing to do today that will make […]
I’m grounded. My doctor grounded me from running for a bit. But instead of going down that dark rabbit hole where negative thoughts can take us, I embrace the challenge, turn inward and ask God – ‘What is the lesson in this?’ Now, I wait anxiously for the answer. It’s all about perception. There is […]
30-60 minutes before a long run or workout, it’s important to eat just enough to fuel your workout, but not to the point of feeling full. The type of food you eat is always important because you want it to to break down quickly and convert to energy for the muscles to work at their […]
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Need Motivation?
– Tabata Timer – Ever wonder why you start working out on a Monday with conviction and lose your motivation by Wednesday? đ It’s because motivation is an emotion. It comes and goes like the wind. You can’t wait for the wind to blow if you want to get to your destination. You have to […]
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What If…..
What IfâŚ. This global crisis is a way for us to refocus on what matters most? What If⌠this is a way for people to get UN-busy, slow down, rest more and appreciate the simple things in life. What If⌠this is a way to take the focus off of money, greed and selfishness and […]
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The Sound of Silence
I had every intention to work on Sunday to be better prepared for the week ahead. But that plan changed when I opened up an email from a colleague on a rant. Nope, not today! I shut my laptop and went to the gym instead â time to get gritty. There I was – minding […]
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The Struggle is Real.
You may find comfort in knowing that every client struggles. Even though we all have good intentions, once the motivation wears off, finding balance between self-care, family and a career is a struggle. In general, change is a struggle. Look at how the caterpillar becomes the butterfly. When my clients struggle, I struggle too…. in […]
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Super-size It!
A client came in for a training session who had a goal to lose 50 lbs. I asked, “What did you have for lunch today?” He said, ” Two cheeseburgers, large fries, and a large coke.” I said, “Why TWO cheeseburgers?” He said, “I don’t know, that’s just what I always order.” Food for Thought: […]
In the workplace, we are expected to excel by working harder and faster. Our availability 24/7 is now the norm. It may be difficult to turn this button off, so chaotic schedules and frazzled feelings spill over into our personal life as well. To optimize our health, it is important to recognize that we are […]